Dr. Ryan Bauman, M.D.
Dr. Ryan Bauman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dayton, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bauman has performed 96 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#17 in Ohio) and 75 hip replacements, for a combined total of 171 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Bauman performs well above average in knee (96 vs 40 avg), well above average in hip (75 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Bauman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (96 cases) and hip replacements (75 cases).
Dayton is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Dayton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bauman extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 60 to 171 in the most recent data, a 185% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bauman's 96 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Bauman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Dayton, OH 45420
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bauman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 185% from 60 procedures in 2013 to 171 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bauman
How does Dr. Bauman's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Bauman has performed 171 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bauman ranks #12 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bauman perform?
Dr. Bauman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (96 cases) and hip replacement (75 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bauman with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bauman ranks #17 in Ohio for knee replacement with 96 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 378 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bauman in Dayton?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Dayton in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bauman represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Bauman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 171 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bauman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bauman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 60 procedures in 2013 to 171 in the most recent data, a 185% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 197 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Bauman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bauman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (96 cases), hip replacement (75 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bauman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bauman is affiliated with Miami Valley Hospital, Kettering Health Main Campus, Kettering Health Dayton, Upper Valley Medical Center, Soin Medical Center.
How does Dr. Bauman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dayton?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Dayton, Dr. Bauman ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bauman has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bauman practices?
Miami Valley Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kettering Health Main Campus (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Kettering Health Dayton (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Dayton, Ohio
Dr. Bauman's 171 Medicare procedures are above the Dayton average of 97. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dayton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chad Weber | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Forster | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Hess | 89 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Cook | 83 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Antonio Manocchio | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Dicicco | 58 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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